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This will vary from student to student. Many high school students feel prepared to begin conducting at least some initial college research and campus visits either in the second semester of their sophomore year or the first half of their junior year. read more

Many students and parents will do research on the college to get an idea of what is happening. Search websites for faculty, facilities, and research. Come with an open mind and ready to extend your knowledge base during the summer. read more

Some summer programs require an application many months in advance and, much like the college application process, ask you to write multiple essays and supply letters of recommendation. Others simply require you to register. read more